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Herrin Pediatric Dentistry
Pediatric Dentistry located in Marietta, GA
Laser dentistry provides your child with the highest quality of care while offering a safer, gentler alternative to traditional dental tools. At Herrin Pediatric Dentistry in Marietta, Georgia, skilled pediatric dentists Brent Herrin, DMD, and Allison Petty, DMD, and the team utilize the Biolase® Waterlase system to address dental issues with unparalleled precision. To learn more, schedule an appointment online or by calling Herrin Pediatric Dentistry today.
What is laser dentistry?
As technological advancements revolutionize industries across the globe, dentistry hasn’t been left behind. Laser dentistry uses highly focused light energy to perform the jobs that used to require dental tools.
Since Herrin Pediatric Dentistry seeks to provide the highest standard of care for all patients, the team uses the Biolase® Waterlase system. This leading-edge technology combines laser energy, water, and air for superior precision in treating hard or soft tissue concerns.
Why is laser dentistry a good choice for my child?
The Waterlase system has a wide range of benefits, including:
More comfortable dental care
Waterlase dentistry can treat gum tissue and enamel issues much more comfortably than a dental pick or drill. It reduces the anesthesia your child likely needs for procedures like fillings — some fillings can be done without it. They also have less bleeding, swelling, and pain after dental operations.
Fewer dental visits
Because Waterlase is more gentle and efficient, you may be able to avoid scheduling multiple visits to complete dental work.
Safe and well-tested
For decades, laser energy has afforded advanced medical care for skin, eyes, and teeth, so you can have confidence that your child gets the best possible outcomes.
Precision
Instead of the grinding and spinning of traditional dental drills, which can indiscriminately remove too much enamel or even fracture teeth, your dental team uses the Waterlase system to meticulously perfect your child’s smile and address issues without creating new ones.
In addition to being more precise, laser dentistry helps avoid cross-contamination with dental tools, protecting your child’s health.
How can I prepare my child for their laser dentistry appointment?
Because the laser is so bright, your child must wear special protective glasses to protect their eyes. If your child dislikes having their vision obscured or having objects touching their face, you can have a discussion and practice with them ahead of time.
Many children get nervous about visiting the dentist, but this should diminish over time as they experience how much less painful and invasive dentistry can be with Waterlase.
To see if laser dentistry can help your child progress to a healthier smile, contact the Herrin Pediatric Dentistry office by phone or online today.